In today’s world, we often crave limitlessness. We prize technological advancements that promise around-the-clock productivity. We worship larger-than-life athletes who appear to defy the bounds of human physiology. We idolize the timeless beauty of celebrities and elevate business tycoons for their seemingly carefree, lavish lifestyles.
We chase after people who make us think we can have it all, and we recoil at the idea of being held back from reaching what we deem to be our full potential. In our world, limitations are a liability.
Perhaps this is why we often struggle to cope with our kids’ limitations. Without realizing it, we might inadvertently expect our kids to live up to our version of limitlessness. We may subtly communicate that their value comes from their achievements. We might put pressure on them to reach their “maximum potential.” Or we might even express disappointment when they struggle with things we think should come easily.
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